Production Engineers at Saronic-Franklin are expected to have the knowledge, skill, and ability to accomplish the below:
· Assist in the design, development, analysis, and construction of ASVs
· Collaborate with other engineers to perform CAD modeling, structural/mechanical/electrical design, and weight management for vessel optimization
· Operate as liaison between engineering, drafting, and production to resolve challenges that arise during design and construction
· Identify and resolve non-conformances, lead root cause analysis, and drive resolution via IRBs (Issue Review Boards) and rework plans
· Lead and coordinate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)—ensure traceability, communication, implementation, and verification
· Support the integration of autonomous navigation and control systems into vessel designs
· Participate in design reviews and brainstorming sessions for new and existing vessel concepts
· Support documentation, technical writing, and preparation of reports for internal use, regulatory bodies, and client presentations
· Manage CAD models to document changes made during ship construction
· Support sea-trials and at-sea testing of ASVs as needed
· Own problem solving and disposition of production defects, drive root cause problem solving to impact yield and rework rates
· Read, interpret, and follow blueprints and sketches to understand the specifications of a project
· Create production processes in unstructured areas of our operational system
· Support the shipyard’s transition from low-rate to high-volume production, identifying and implementing necessary changes in processes and infrastructure
· Assist in work prioritization and triage during peak production periods to maintain workflow efficiency
· Onboard new automated production assets, collaborating with software and manufacturing engineering to drive improvements in software products that support production processes
· Initial major tasking will include leading and/or supporting translating all shipbuilding processes from anecdotal knowledge into a digital and scalable format
Culture and Collaboration
· Follow all shipyard safety policies, including proper use of PPE, fire prevention, and confined space protocols
· Assist in the training and development of other production engineers
· Collaborate and communicate with welders, metal fitters, pipefitters, electricians, and other trades as required to complete vessel construction or repair and to maintain efficient workflows
· Work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced ship production environment
· Maintain a clean and safe work area
· Maintain a positive attitude toward customers and represent Saronic professionally
· Make a personal commitment and be accountable for HSE results, driving toward the achievement of defined goals